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Liang L, Wang J, Xie J, Xu Y, Zhang L, Liu D, Tong X. High-dose insulin and dexamethasone combined with radiotherapy in endometrial stromal sarcoma recurring with multiple metastases: A case report. Medicine (Baltimore) 2023; 102:e33525. [PMID: 37058027 PMCID: PMC10101304 DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000033525] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/01/2023] [Accepted: 03/23/2023] [Indexed: 04/15/2023] Open
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RATIONALE Endometrial stromal sarcoma (ESS) is a rare malignant tumor. There is insufficient data supporting the efficiency of current treatments in multiple metastatic settings, and novel therapeutic options for ESS are considered an area of high unmet clinical need. PATIENT CONCERNS We report the case of a 28-year-old woman who was diagnosed with ESS after undergoing total hysterectomy and left adnexectomy at another hospital. Two years later, the disease recurred, with multiple abdominal cavities and lung metastases. The patient was treated with a variety of chemotherapeutic drugs, including tyrosine kinase inhibitors, at the same hospital; however, none of them inhibited disease progression. DIAGNOSES Computed tomography (CT) revealed multiple masses in the abdominal and pelvic cavities and multiple pulmonary nodules. Ultrasound-guided biopsy was performed and the tumor tissue was histologically confirmed after treatment. INTERVENTIONS Insulin 300-400 IU was administrated by intravenous infusion in 10% glucose (500 mL) with disodium adenosine triphosphate 60 mg, coenzyme A 100 units, 10% potassium chloride 5 mL and 25% magnesium sulfate 5 mL. Dexamethasone (20-25 mg/d) was diluted with 10 mL of 2% lidocaine and then intraperitoneally injected after ascites draw. After 9 months, the patient was referred to another center for radiotherapy. OUTCOMES CT images tomography showed recurrent pelvic masses, and multiple abdominal cavity and lung metastases gradually shrunk with treatment. Histological biopsy revealed growth arrest of tumor cells. The patient experienced for 3-years survival. LESSONS High-dose insulin and dexamethasone combined with radiotherapy provides a novel and promising option for patients with multiple ESS metastases.
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- Libin Liang
- Xinglong Institute of Pharmaceutical and Medical Science, Shijiazhuang, China
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- Department of Radiotherapy, the Fourth Hospital of Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang, China
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- Graduate school of Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang, China
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- Xinglong Institute of Pharmaceutical and Medical Science, Shijiazhuang, China
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- Xinglong Institute of Pharmaceutical and Medical Science, Shijiazhuang, China
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- Xinglong Institute of Pharmaceutical and Medical Science, Shijiazhuang, China
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- Xinglong Institute of Pharmaceutical and Medical Science, Shijiazhuang, China
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Pérez-Fidalgo JA, Ortega E, Ponce J, Redondo A, Sevilla I, Valverde C, Isern Verdum J, de Alava E, Galera López M, Marquina G, Sebio A. Uterine sarcomas: clinical practice guidelines for diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up, by Spanish group for research on sarcomas (GEIS). Ther Adv Med Oncol 2023; 15:17588359231157645. [PMID: 37007636 PMCID: PMC10052607 DOI: 10.1177/17588359231157645] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/12/2022] [Accepted: 01/30/2023] [Indexed: 03/30/2023] Open
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Uterine sarcomas are very infrequent and heterogeneous entities. Due to its rarity, pathological diagnosis, surgical management, and systemic treatment are challenging. Treatment decision process in these tumors should be taken in a multidisciplinary tumor board. Available evidence is low and, in many cases, based on case series or clinical trials in which these tumors have been included with other soft tissue sarcoma. In these guidelines, we have tried to summarize the most relevant evidence in the diagnosis, staging, pathological disparities, surgical management, systemic treatment, and follow-up of uterine sarcomas.
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- Medical Oncology Department, Hospital Universitario Miguel Servet, Zaragoza, Spain
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- Gynecology Department, Hospital Universitario de Bellvitge. IDIBELL. Universidad de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
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- Medical Oncology Department, Hospital Universitario La Paz-IdiPAZ, Madrid, Spain
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- Clinical and Translational Research in Cancer/Instituto de Investigaciones Biomédicas de Málaga (IBIMA)/Hospitales Universitarios Regional and Virgen de la Victoria de Málaga, Málaga, Spain
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- Medical Oncology Department, Vall d’Hebron University Hospital, Barcelona, Spain
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- Radiotherapy Department, Hospital de la Santa Creu i Sant Pau, Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
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- Institute of Biomedicine of Sevilla (IBiS), Virgen del Rocio University Hospital /CSIC/University of Sevilla/CIBERONC, Sevilla, Spain
- Department of Normal and Pathological Cytology and Histology, School of Medicine, University of Seville, Seville, Spain
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- Medical Oncology Department, Hospital General Universitario Gregorio Marañón, Madrid, Spain
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- Department of Medical Oncology, Hospital Clinico San Carlos, Madrid, IdISSC, Spain
- Department of Medicine, School of Medicine, Complutense University (UCM), Madrid, IdISSC, Spain
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- Medical Oncology Department, Hospital de la Santa Creu i Sant Pau, Barcelona
- Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
- Institut de Recerca Biomèdica Sant Pau (IIB Sant Pau), Barcelona, Spain
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Sarcoma of the Uterus. Guideline of the DGGG, OEGGG and SGGG (S2k-Level, AWMF Registry No. 015/074, April 2021). Geburtshilfe Frauenheilkd 2022; 82:1337-1367. [PMID: 36467974 PMCID: PMC9715351 DOI: 10.1055/a-1897-5124] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/05/2022] [Accepted: 07/11/2022] [Indexed: 12/05/2022] Open
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Purpose This is an official guideline, published and coordinated by the Germany Society for Gynecology and Obstetrics (Deutsche Gesellschaft für Gynäkologie und Geburtshilfe, DGGG). Because of their rarity and heterogeneous histopathology, uterine sarcomas are challenging in terms of their clinical management and therefore require a multidisciplinary approach. To our knowledge, there are currently no binding evidence-based recommendations for the appropriate management of this heterogeneous group of tumors. Methods This S2k guideline was first published in 2015. The update published here is once again the result of the consensus of a representative interdisciplinary committee of experts who were commissioned by the Guidelines Committee of the DGGG to carry out a systematic search of the literature on uterine sarcomas. Members of the participating professional societies achieved a formal consensus after a structured consensus process. Recommendations 1.1 Epidemiology, classification, staging of uterine sarcomas. 1.2 Symptoms, general diagnostic workup, general pathology or genetic predisposition to uterine sarcomas. 2. Management of leiomyosarcomas. 3. Management of low-grade endometrial stromal sarcomas. 4. Management of high-grade endometrial stromal sarcoma and undifferentiated uterine sarcomas. 5. Management of adenosarcomas. 6. Rhabdomyosarcomas of the uterus in children and adolescents. 7. Follow-up of uterine sarcomas. 8. Management of morcellated uterine sarcomas. 9. Information provided to patients.
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Meng Y, Quan Q, Zhang F, Liu Y, Ren S, Mu X. Prognostic Value of Ki-67 Index in Patients With Endometrial Stromal Sarcoma. Front Med (Lausanne) 2022; 8:823505. [PMID: 35145981 PMCID: PMC8821648 DOI: 10.3389/fmed.2021.823505] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/27/2021] [Accepted: 12/15/2021] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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Objective The Ki-67 index is used to evaluate cell proliferation activity, which is related to tumor progression, metastasis, and prognosis. We aimed to explore the prognostic value of Ki-67 index in endometrial stromal sarcoma and to explore the optimal cut-off value of Ki-67 index for predicting recurrent endometrial stromal sarcoma. Methods A total of 82 patients with endometrial stromal sarcoma who were treated in our hospital were collected. Clinicopathological data of these patients were retrospectively analyzed. Ki-67 index was detected by the immunohistochemical method. Receiver operating characteristic curve and the Youden index were performed to determine the optimal cut-off value of Ki-67 index for predicting recurrent endometrial stromal sarcoma. The Cox regression was performed to analyze risk factors affecting prognosis of endometrial stromal sarcoma. The Kaplan–Meier method and Log-rank test were performed to analyze the survival of patients. Results The optimal cut-off value of Ki-67 index for predicting recurrent endometrial stromal sarcoma was 35%. The results of univariate analysis showed that high Ki-67 index (≥35%) was statistically significantly bound up with shorter progress free survival and overall survival. The results of multivariate analysis showed that Ki-67 index (P = 0.001) and ovarian preservation (P = 0.040) were independent prognostic factors of progress free survival. Conclusions A Ki-67 index cut-off of 35% was optimal for predicting recurrent endometrial stromal sarcoma. Ki-67 index may be a useful prognostic marker in endometrial stromal sarcoma.
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- Yu Meng
- Department of Gynecology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, China
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- Department of Gynecology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, China
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- Department of Gynecology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Chengdu First People Hospital, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Obstetrics, Chongqing Fuling District Maternal and Child Health Care, Chongqing, China
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- Department of Gynecology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, China
- *Correspondence: Xiaoling Mu
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Rebegea LF, Firescu D, Anghel RM, Gales L, Ilie AM, Dumitru ME, Craescu M, Niculet E, Tatu AL, Cretu MS, Lungu M, Neagu AI. Clinical, histological and therapeutical aspects in the management of uterine and extrauterine stromal sarcomas: Case reports. Exp Ther Med 2021; 22:1456. [PMID: 34737796 PMCID: PMC8561772 DOI: 10.3892/etm.2021.10891] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/06/2021] [Accepted: 09/07/2021] [Indexed: 12/20/2022] Open
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Endometrial stromal sarcoma (ESS) is a rare tumor, predominantly occurring as a primary tumor of the uterus. Rare cases of primary extrauterine ESS (EESS) have been reported. Low-grade ESS (LG-ESS) is more common than high-grade ESS (HG-ESS). We present five cases of ESS and one case of EESS. All cases received external radiotherapy (EBRT) at the Radiotherapy Department of the Emergency Clinical Hospital ‘Sfantul Apostol Andrei’ Galati, during 2004-2020. Five cases underwent EBRT in two-dimensional (2D) technique and only one patient received EBRT with three-dimensinal conformational radiotherapy (3DCRT) technique with a linear accelerator, Elekta Synergy. Five patients were referred to postoperative radiotherapy after hysterectomy. The median age of the patients was 57.4 years. One patient was referred to radiotherapy with palliative intent. EESS localized in the retroperitoneum, in the para-aortic region, was identified in one 64-year-old patient with a personal history of hysterectomy and bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy in 1997; EESS was complicated with vertebral extension at the L1-L2 level and spinal cord compression syndrome. ESS represents a rare diagnosis and a high- or low-grade tumor profile is distinguished by immunohistochemistry (IHC) tests. Up to 30% of patients have EESS at presentation. The treatment of ESS is multimodal, its management requiring a multidisciplinary team, and it is different according to the primary tumor location and tumor staging. The role of adjuvant radiotherapy remains controversial in high-grade EESS and due to the rarity of these cases there are limited data concerning the efficacy of adjuvant EBRT available from prospective randomized control clinical trials.
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- Laura Florentina Rebegea
- Department of Radiotherapy, 'Sfantul Apostol Andrei' Emergency Clinical Hospital, 800578 Galati, Romania.,Medical Clinical Department, Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy, 'Dunarea de Jos' University, 800010 Galati, Romania.,Research Center in The Field of Medical and Pharmaceutical Sciences, ReFORM-UDJ, 'Dunarea de Jos' University, 800010 Galati, Romania
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- IInd Clinic of Surgery, 'Sfantul Apostol Andrei' Emergency Clinical Hospital of Galati, 800578 Galati, Romania.,Surgical Clinical Department, Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy, 'Dunarea de Jos' University, 800010 Galati, Romania
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- Radiology, Oncology and Hematology Department, 'Carol Davila' University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 050474 Bucharest, Romania.,Clinical Department of Radiotherapy II, 'Prof. Dr. Alexandru Trestioreanu' Oncology Institute, 022328 Bucharest, Romania
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- Radiology, Oncology and Hematology Department, 'Carol Davila' University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 050474 Bucharest, Romania.,Clinical Department of Radiotherapy II, 'Prof. Dr. Alexandru Trestioreanu' Oncology Institute, 022328 Bucharest, Romania
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- Department of Radiotherapy, 'Sfantul Apostol Andrei' Emergency Clinical Hospital, 800578 Galati, Romania
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- Department of Radiotherapy, 'Sfantul Apostol Andrei' Emergency Clinical Hospital, 800578 Galati, Romania
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- Department of Radiotherapy, 'Sfantul Apostol Andrei' Emergency Clinical Hospital, 800578 Galati, Romania.,Department of Morphological and Functional Sciences, Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy, 'Dunarea de Jos' University, 800010 Galati, Romania
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- Department of Morphological and Functional Sciences, Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy, 'Dunarea de Jos' University, 800010 Galati, Romania
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- Medical Clinical Department, Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy, 'Dunarea de Jos' University, 800010 Galati, Romania.,Research Center in The Field of Medical and Pharmaceutical Sciences, ReFORM-UDJ, 'Dunarea de Jos' University, 800010 Galati, Romania.,Dermatology Department, 'Sfanta Cuvioasa Parascheva' Clinical Hospital of Infectious Diseases, 800179 Galati, Romania
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- Research Center in The Field of Medical and Pharmaceutical Sciences, ReFORM-UDJ, 'Dunarea de Jos' University, 800010 Galati, Romania.,Family Planning Department, 'Buna Vestire' Clinical Hospital of Obstetrics and Gynecology, 800151 Galati, Romania
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- Medical Clinical Department, Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy, 'Dunarea de Jos' University, 800010 Galati, Romania.,Department of Neurology, 'Sfantul Apostol Andrei' Emergency Clinical Hospital of Galati, 800578 Galati, Romania
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- Department of Morphological and Functional Sciences, Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy, 'Dunarea de Jos' University, 800010 Galati, Romania
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Brudner Y, Salman L, Haran G, Blecher A, Hallak M, Bruchim I. High incidence of gynecologic sarcomas in Israel-A comparison to European and American reports: Gynecologic Sarcoma in Israel. Maturitas 2021; 154:1-6. [PMID: 34736574 DOI: 10.1016/j.maturitas.2021.09.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/19/2021] [Revised: 08/23/2021] [Accepted: 09/01/2021] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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OBJECTIVE Gynecologic Sarcomas are rare, aggressive tumors. The aim of this study was to explore the incidence and outcomes of gynecologic sarcomas in a large national data registry and to compare them with reports from other countries. STUDY DESIGN Records of gynecologic sarcomas diagnosed in Israel (1980-2014) were extracted from the National Cancer Registry and classified according to International Classification of Diseases for Oncology-3 and characterized according to anatomical site, morphology and demographics. Age-standardized incidence rates and 1, 3, 5 and 10-year relative survival rates were calculated for 3 time periods (1980-1994, 1995-2001 and 2005-2014) according to patient age, stage and years of diagnosis. RESULTS During 1980-2014, 1271 new gynecologic sarcomas were diagnosed in Israel, with incidence slightly increasing in 1980-2004, to an age-standardized incidence rate of 13 per million women. The most common histologic diagnosis was leiomyosarcoma (48%) and the most common anatomical site was the uterus (89%). The age-standardized incidence rate for uterine sarcoma is higher in Israel (10.55 per million) than in England (7.4 per million) and Germany (5.8 per million) respectively. The 5-year overall survival was significantly poorer in patients >70-years, as compared to younger patients (p<0.001) and in those with leiomyosarcoma compared to endometrial stromal sarcoma (p<0.001). The survival rate of patients with leiomyosarcoma in Israel are comparable to survival rates reported by other studies, although substantially lower regarding endometrial stromal sarcoma. CONCLUSIONS Uterine leiomyosarcoma was the most common gynecologic sarcoma found in the Israeli, European and American registries. Older patients and those with leiomyosarcoma have the worst prognoses. Histological and anatomical variations in Israel are comparable with global statistics, but the incidence in Israel seems higher than in Europe.
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- Yana Brudner
- Gynecologic Oncology Division, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Hillel Yaffe Medical Center, Hadera, Israel, affiliated with the Technion, Israel Institute of Technology, Haifa, Israel
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- Gynecologic Oncology Division, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Hillel Yaffe Medical Center, Hadera, Israel, affiliated with the Technion, Israel Institute of Technology, Haifa, Israel.
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- Gynecologic Oncology Division, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Hillel Yaffe Medical Center, Hadera, Israel, affiliated with the Technion, Israel Institute of Technology, Haifa, Israel
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- Gynecologic Oncology Division, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Hillel Yaffe Medical Center, Hadera, Israel, affiliated with the Technion, Israel Institute of Technology, Haifa, Israel
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- Gynecologic Oncology Division, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Hillel Yaffe Medical Center, Hadera, Israel, affiliated with the Technion, Israel Institute of Technology, Haifa, Israel
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- Gynecologic Oncology Division, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Hillel Yaffe Medical Center, Hadera, Israel, affiliated with the Technion, Israel Institute of Technology, Haifa, Israel
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Zhang Y, Li N, Wang W, Yao H, An J, Li N, Sun Y, Wu L. Long-term impact of lymphadenectomies in patients with low-grade, early-stage uterine endometrial stroma sarcoma. J Obstet Gynaecol Res 2020; 46:654-662. [PMID: 32022392 DOI: 10.1111/jog.14198] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/31/2019] [Accepted: 12/31/2019] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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AIM The aim of our study was to investigate the lymph node metastasis (LNM) rate and effect of lymph node dissection (LND) in patients with stage I, low-grade endometrial stromal sarcoma (LGESS). METHODS Patients with stage I LGESS (n = 119) that underwent surgery from July 1969 to July 2017, following up over 48 years at the China National Cancer Center were retrospectively analyzed in this study. RESULTS Surgical records and consulting data for patients with LGESS were analyzed to find that 47 patients received systematic pelvic LND. The number of patients with menopause in the LND(+) group were significantly lower than those in LND(-) group (2.1% vs 22.2%, P = 0.005), meanwhile, patients received bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy procedure in LND(+) group were significantly higher than LND(-) (97.9% vs 58.3%, P < 0.001). Neither progression-free survival nor overall survival was significantly improved in the LND(+) group even after propensity score matching although the progression-free survival has a stronger trend in LND(+) population. CONCLUSION A systematic LND was not significantly associated with prognosis for patients with early-stage LGESS. There is no sufficient indication for a systematic LND for patients with early-stage LGESS. A systematic LND might be necessary if enlarged lymph nodes were detected by image graphology or observation during surgery.
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- Yuanyuan Zhang
- Department of Gynecologic Oncology, National Cancer Center/Cancer Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China
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- Department of Gynecologic Oncology, National Cancer Center/Cancer Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China
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- Department of Gynecologic Oncology, National Cancer Center/Cancer Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China
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- Department of Gynecologic Oncology, National Cancer Center/Cancer Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China
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- Department of Gynecologic Oncology, National Cancer Center/Cancer Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China
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- Department of Gynecologic Oncology, National Cancer Center/Cancer Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China
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- Department of Gynecologic Oncology, National Cancer Center/Cancer Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China
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- Department of Gynecologic Oncology, National Cancer Center/Cancer Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China
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Rai B, Rattan R, Thakur P, Gupta A, Miriyala R, Ballari N. Endometrial stromal sarcoma: Retrospective analysis of a tertiary care experience from India. CANCER RESEARCH, STATISTICS, AND TREATMENT 2020. [DOI: 10.4103/crst.crst_70_20] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022] Open
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Denschlag D, Ackermann S, Battista MJ, Cremer W, Egerer G, Follmann M, Haas H, Harter P, Hettmer S, Horn LC, Juhasz-Boess I, Kast K, Köhler G, Kröncke T, Lindel K, Mallmann P, Meyer-Steinacker R, Mustea A, Petru E, Reichardt P, Schmidt D, Strauss HG, Tempfer C, Thiel F, Ulrich U, Vogl T, Vordermark D, Gass P, Beckmann MW. Sarcoma of the Uterus. Guideline of the DGGG and OEGGG (S2k Level, AWMF Register Number 015/074, February 2019). Geburtshilfe Frauenheilkd 2019; 79:1043-1060. [PMID: 31656317 PMCID: PMC6805182 DOI: 10.1055/a-0882-4116] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/21/2019] [Accepted: 03/22/2019] [Indexed: 12/21/2022] Open
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Aims This is an official guideline published and coordinated by the German Society of Gynecology and Obstetrics (DGGG) and the Austrian Society of Gynecology and Obstetrics (OEGGG). Because of their rarity and heterogeneous histopathology, uterine sarcomas are challenging in terms of how they should be managed clinically, and treatment requires a multidisciplinary approach. To our knowledge, there are currently no binding evidence-based recommendations for the appropriate management of this heterogeneous group of tumors. Methods This S2k guideline was first published in 2015. The update published here is the result of the consensus of a representative interdisciplinary group of experts who carried out a systematic search of the literature on uterine sarcomas in the context of the guidelines program of the DGGG, OEGGG and SGGG. Members of the participating professional societies achieved a formal consensus after a moderated structured consensus process. Recommendations The consensus-based recommendations and statements include the epidemiology, classification, staging, symptoms, general diagnostic work-up and general pathology of uterine sarcomas as well as the genetic predisposition to develop uterine sarcomas. Also included are statements on the management of leiomyosarcomas, (low and high-grade) endometrial stromal sarcomas and undifferentiated uterine sarcomas and adenosarcomas. Finally, the guideline considers the follow-up and morcellation of uterine sarcomas and the information provided to patients.
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- Universitätsmedizin Mainz, Klinik und Poliklinik für Geburtshilfe und Frauengesundheit, Mainz, Germany
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- Klinik für Gynäkologie und Gynäkologische Onkologie, Kliniken Essen Mitte, Essen, Germany
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- Abteilung für Mamma-, Urogenital, und Perinatalpathologie, Institut für Pathologie, Universitätsklinikum Leipzig, Leipzig, Germany
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- Klinik für Gynäkologie, Geburtshilfe und Reproduktionsmedizin, Universitätsklinikum des Saarlandes, Homburg/Saar, Germany
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- Universitätsklinik Dresden, Dresden, Germany
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- Deutsches klinisches Kompetenzzentrum für genitale Sarkome und Mischtumoren, Universitätsmedizin Greifswald, Greifswald, Germany
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- Klinik für Radiologie, Klinikum Augsburg, Augsburg, Germany
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- Klinik für Radioonkologie, Klinikum Karlsruhe, Karlsruhe, Germany
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- Klinik und Poliklinik für Frauenheilkunde und Geburtshilfe, Universitätsklinikum Köln, Köln, Germany
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- Universitäts-Frauenklinik Graz, Graz, Austria
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- Klinik für interdisziplinäre Onkologie, Helios Kliniken Berlin-Buch, Berlin, Germany
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- Klinik und Poliklinik für Gynäkologie, Universitätsklinikum Halle, Halle/Saale, Germany
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- Frauenklinik, Alb Fils Kliniken, Göppingen, Germany
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- Klinik für Gynäkologie und Geburtshilfe, Martin-Luther-Krankenhaus Berlin, Paul Gerhardt Diakonie, Berlin, Germany
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- Institut für diagnostische und interventionelle Radiologie, Universitätsklinikum Frankfurt, Frankfurt/Main, Germany
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- Universitätsklinik und Poliklinik für Strahlentherapie, Universitätsklinikum Halle, Halle/Saale, Germany
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- Frauenklinik, Universitätsklinikum Erlangen, Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg; Comprehensive Cancer Center (CCC) Erlangen-EMN, Erlangen, Germany
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- Frauenklinik, Universitätsklinikum Erlangen, Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg; Comprehensive Cancer Center (CCC) Erlangen-EMN, Erlangen, Germany
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Wu H, Luo Y, Yin N, Gui W, Cao Y. Vaginal endometrial stromal sarcoma: A literature review. Eur J Obstet Gynecol Reprod Biol X 2019; 4:100094. [PMID: 31528854 PMCID: PMC6742903 DOI: 10.1016/j.eurox.2019.100094] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/13/2019] [Revised: 08/23/2019] [Accepted: 08/25/2019] [Indexed: 11/19/2022] Open
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Vaginal endometrial stromal sarcoma (VESS) is a rare disease. To the best of our knowledge, there have only been a few reported cases in the literature. Therefore, we conducted a literature review to obtain specific knowledge of this disease. Thirteen cases of VESS were found by searching the Medline and EMBASE databases in the English language. The mechanism of VESS may be associated with endometriosis, and its diagnosis largely depends on pathological examination because it has no typical symptoms. Treatment of VESS incorporates surgery, chemotherapy, radiotherapy, and hormonal therapy. Some novel drugs targeting its mechanism may become alternative therapies. Its prognostic factors may include tumor stage and the expression of hormonal receptors.
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- Hongwen Wu
- Reproductive Medical Center, The First Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, China
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- Department of Gynecology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing China
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- Reproductive Medical Center, The First Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, China
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- Reproductive Medical Center, The First Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, China
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- Department of Gynecology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing China
- Corresponding author at: Department of Gynecology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, China.
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Rizzo A, Pantaleo MA, Saponara M, Nannini M. Current status of the adjuvant therapy in uterine sarcoma: A literature review. World J Clin Cases 2019; 7:1753-1763. [PMID: 31417921 PMCID: PMC6692269 DOI: 10.12998/wjcc.v7.i14.1753] [Citation(s) in RCA: 29] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/09/2019] [Revised: 05/16/2019] [Accepted: 06/27/2019] [Indexed: 02/05/2023] Open
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Uterine sarcomas (US) are rare mesenchymal tumours accounting approximately for 3%–7% of all uterine cancers. Histologically, US are classified into mesenchymal tumours or mixed epithelial and mesenchymal tumours. The group of mesenchymal tumours includes uterine leiomyosarcoma (uLMS, 65% of cases), endometrial stromal sarcoma (ESS, 21%) – traditionally divided into low grade (LG-ESS) and high grade–undifferentiated uterine sarcoma (5%) and other rare subtypes such as alveolar or embryonal rhabdomyosarcoma. Despite the fact that several drugs demonstrated clinical activity in advanced or metastatic settings, the role of postoperative therapy in US remains controversial. In this review, we have summarised the current state of the art, including the chief trials on adjuvant treatment modalities in US, especially focusing on uLMS, LG-ESS and other rare histotypes.
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- Alessandro Rizzo
- Department of Experimental, Diagnostic and Specialty Medicine, University of Bologna, Bologna 40138, Italy
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- Department of Experimental, Diagnostic and Specialty Medicine, University of Bologna, Bologna 40138, Italy
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- Department of Experimental, Diagnostic and Specialty Medicine, University of Bologna, Bologna 40138, Italy
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- Department of Experimental, Diagnostic and Specialty Medicine, University of Bologna, Bologna 40138, Italy
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Comert GK, Turkmen O, Kar I, Yucel O, Kilic C, Boran N, Basaran D, Karalok A, Turan T. Hormone therapy following surgery in low-grade endometrial stromal sarcoma: Is it related to a decrease in recurrence rate? J Chin Med Assoc 2019; 82:385-389. [PMID: 31058712 DOI: 10.1097/jcma.0000000000000039] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Low-grade endometrial stromal sarcoma (LGESS) is, in most cases, a slow-growing malignancy; however, it is related with high recurrence rates. The aim of this study is to determine which factors may be associated with the recurrence rate of LGESS. METHODS The clinicopathological features and treatment options in 37 patients with LGESS were evaluated. RESULTS All patients underwent the hysterectomy and bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy. Additionally, lymphadenectomy was performed in 56.8% (n = 21) of the patients. Among the patients who underwent lymphadenectomy, 14.3% (n = 3) had lymph node metastasis. The disease was limited to the uterus in 75.7% of patients. Treatment following surgery was radiotherapy in three patients, chemotherapy in seven patients, hormone therapy in 12 patients, and chemotherapy plus hormone therapy in one patient. Megestrol acetate was used in all patients who received hormone therapy. Median follow-up time was 96 months. The 5-year disease-free survival and disease-specific survival were 72% and 97%, respectively. The recurrence rate was 27%. Only hormone therapy following surgery was significantly associated with a lower recurrence rate, even in patients with stage 1 disease. None of the patients treated with hormone therapy following surgery had recurrence, whereas recurrence occurred in 38.5% of the patients who underwent surgery only (p = 0.039). CONCLUSION Hormone therapy after surgery should be considered a viable option for decreasing the LGESS recurrence rate, regardless of the disease stage.
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- Gunsu Kimyon Comert
- Department of Gynecologic Oncology, Etlik Zubeyde Hanim Women's Health Teaching and Research Hospital, University of Health Sciences, Ankara, Turkey
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- Department of Gynecologic Oncology, Etlik Zubeyde Hanim Women's Health Teaching and Research Hospital, University of Health Sciences, Ankara, Turkey
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- Department of Biostatistics, Ankara University, Ankara, Turkey
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- Department of Gynecologic Oncology, Etlik Zubeyde Hanim Women's Health Teaching and Research Hospital, University of Health Sciences, Ankara, Turkey
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- Department of Gynecologic Oncology, Etlik Zubeyde Hanim Women's Health Teaching and Research Hospital, University of Health Sciences, Ankara, Turkey
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- Department of Gynecologic Oncology, Etlik Zubeyde Hanim Women's Health Teaching and Research Hospital, University of Health Sciences, Ankara, Turkey
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- Department of Gynecologic Oncology, Etlik Zubeyde Hanim Women's Health Teaching and Research Hospital, University of Health Sciences, Ankara, Turkey
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- Department of Gynecologic Oncology, Etlik Zubeyde Hanim Women's Health Teaching and Research Hospital, University of Health Sciences, Ankara, Turkey
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- Department of Gynecologic Oncology, Etlik Zubeyde Hanim Women's Health Teaching and Research Hospital, University of Health Sciences, Ankara, Turkey
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Thiel FC, Halmen S. Low-Grade Endometrial Stromal Sarcoma - a Review. Oncol Res Treat 2018; 41:687-692. [PMID: 30317238 DOI: 10.1159/000494225] [Citation(s) in RCA: 40] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/31/2018] [Accepted: 10/02/2018] [Indexed: 12/21/2022]
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Like other uterine sarcomas, low-grade endometrial stromal sarcomas (LG-ESS) are a very rare tumor entity. In the past, research studies therefore discussed the various different types of the disease in combination. In addition, the classification of endometrial stromal tumors presented difficulties for quite some time so that in earlier studies it was not always possible to precisely distinguish between LG-ESS, high-grade endometrial stromal sarcoma, and undifferentiated uterine sarcoma. For LG-ESS, surgery with hysterectomy and adnexectomy is the first-line treatment. The benefits of lymphadenectomy and tumor debulking are unclear. Endocrine therapy with gestagens and aromatase inhibitors is under discussion to provide adjuvant treatment for patients with advanced stages of the disease. As radiotherapy only provides locoregional control, and in view of the usually good prognosis of patients with LG-ESS, its benefits need to be weighed against its side effects. In the case of recurrence, repeat surgery is the first choice. Further research studies viewing LG-ESS as a distinct entity are needed in order to improve treatment options for patients with LG-ESS.
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Incidence Patterns and Survival of Gynecological Sarcoma in Germany: Analysis of Population-Based Cancer Registry Data on 1066 Women. Int J Gynecol Cancer 2018; 28:134-138. [DOI: 10.1097/igc.0000000000001128] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022] Open
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ObjectiveSarcomas of the female genital tract are rare tumors. They are described to be associated with a poor prognosis when compared with gynecogical carcinoma. The aim of this study was to report incidence patterns and survival rates for gynecological sarcoma (GS) in Germany.Methods/MaterialsClinical data and survival rates for patients with GS diagnosed in Germany between 2009 and 2013 were extracted from the German national center for population-based cancer registry data. Incidence patterns and 5-year relative survival rates were calculated.ResultsA total of 1066 GSs were included in our analysis during a 5-year time span. The uterus was the most common site, with 87.9% of all cases. The annual age-standardized incidence rate (old European standard) was 8.7 per 1 million women for all GSs. The median age at diagnosis was 59 years. The prognosis ranged according to site, stage, and subtype, for example, from a 5-year relative survival of 53.0% (uterine leiomyosarcoma) if confined to the pelvis, to a very good 5-year relative survival of 97.2% (endometrial stromal sarcoma).ConclusionsDespite the rareness of GS, the size of the data set allows for a differentiation of subtypes according to morphology and site of origin. Clinically relevant differences in incidence and prognosis between subgroups were observed.
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A Rare Case Report of Primary Low-Grade Endometrial Stromal Sarcoma (LGESS) of Ovary Infiltrating Bladder. INDIAN JOURNAL OF GYNECOLOGIC ONCOLOGY 2016. [DOI: 10.1007/s40944-016-0066-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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ObjectiveUterine sarcomas are rare, highly aggressive tumors with an unfavorable prognosis. The role of lymphadenectomy (LAD) remains controversial for this particular tumor type. To examine whether LAD can assist in prognosis or clinical benefits for uterine sarcoma patients, we performed a meta-analysis based on published studies.MethodsWe initially identified published studies by searching the PubMed database up to 30 November 2015. Study quality was evaluated systematically using the Newcastle-Ottawa Scale for assessing the quality of studies for inclusion in meta-analyses. Pooled relative risks (RRs) and 95% confidence intervals (CIs) were calculated using Stata software version 12.0.ResultsOur search retrieved 14 eligible studies, involving a total of 4867 patients, including 1356 (27.9%) patients who had LAD. The pooled RR for uterine leiomyosarcoma (uLMS) in patients with LAD in 5 trials was 0.90 (95% CI, 0.62–1.31) and for endometrial stromal sarcoma (ESS) in 11 trials was 0.96 (95% CI, 0.69–1.34), suggesting that there was no significant benefit of LAD in improving overall survival (P < 0.05). A random-effects model was chosen to estimate the RRs in view of the significant heterogeneity in the included studies (uLMS: Cochran Q test: P = 0.022, I2 = 64.9%; ESS: Cochran Q test: P = 0.005, I2 = 60.1%). No publication bias was detected by the Egger and Begg tests (uLMS: Begg: P = 0.221, Egger: P = 0.148; ESS: Begg: P = 1.000, Egger: P = 0.928).ConclusionsBased on currently available evidence, the findings of this meta-analysis suggest that LAD bears little prognostic or therapeutic benefit in patients with uterine sarcoma. Systematic LAD may not be recommended in patients with uLMS or ESS unless the patient has obvious extrauterine involvement, clinically suspicious enlarged nodes, or advanced sarcomas.
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Denschlag D, Thiel FC, Ackermann S, Harter P, Juhasz-Boess I, Mallmann P, Strauss HG, Ulrich U, Horn LC, Schmidt D, Vordermark D, Vogl T, Reichardt P, Gaß P, Gebhardt M, Beckmann MW. Sarcoma of the Uterus. Guideline of the DGGG (S2k-Level, AWMF Registry No. 015/074, August 2015). Geburtshilfe Frauenheilkd 2015; 75:1028-1042. [PMID: 26640293 DOI: 10.1055/s-0035-1558120] [Citation(s) in RCA: 35] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/06/2023] Open
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Purpose: Official guideline published and coordinated by the German Society of Gynecology and Obstetrics (DGGG). Due to their rarity and their heterogeneous histopathology uterine sarcomas remain challenging tumors to manage and need a multidisciplinary approach. To our knowledge so far there is no evidence-based guideline on the appropiate management of these heterogeneous tumors. Methods: This S2k-guideline is the work of an representative committee of experts from a variety of different professions who were commissioned by the DGGG to carry out a systematic literature review of uterine sarcoma. Members of the participating scientific societies developed a structured consensus in a formal procedure. Recommendations: 1. The incidence and histopathologic classification of uterine sarcoma. 2. The clinical manifestations, diagnosis and staging of uterine sarcoma. 3. The management of leiomyosarcoma. 4. The management of endometrial stromal sarcoma and undifferentiated uterine sarcoma. 5. The management of adenosarcoma as well as carcinosarcomas. 6. The management of morcellated uterine sarcoma.
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- D Denschlag
- Frauenklinik, Hochtaunuskliniken Bad Homburg, Bad Homburg
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- Frauenklinik, Alb Fils Kliniken, Göppingen
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- Klinik für Gynäkologie und Gynäkologische Onkologie, Klinikum Essen Mitte, Essen
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- Klinik für Gynäkologie, Geburtshilfe und Reproduktionsmedizin, Universitätsklinikum des Saarlandes, Homburg/Saar
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- Klinik und Poliklinik für Frauenheilkunde und Geburtshilfe, Universitätsklinikum Köln, Cologne
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- Klinik und Poliklinik für Gynäkologie, Universitätsklinikum Halle, Halle/Saale
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- Klinik für Gynäkologie und Geburtshilfe, Martin-Luther-Krankenhaus Berlin, Paul Gerhardt Diakonie, Berlin
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- Abteilung für Mamma-, Urogenital, und Perinatalpathologie, Institut für Pathologie, Universitätsklinikum Leipzig, Leipzig
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- Institut für Pathologie Mannheim, Mannheim
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- Universitätsklinik und Poliklinik für Strahlentherapie, Universitätsklinikum Halle, Halle/Saale
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- Institut für diagnostische und interventionelle Radiologie, Universitätsklinikum Frankfurt, Frankfurt/Main
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- Klinik für interdisziplinäre Onkologie, Helios Kliniken Berlin-Buch, Berlin
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- Frauenklinik, Universitätsklinikum Erlangen, Erlangen
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- Frauenselbsthilfe nach Krebs e. V., Erlangen
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- Frauenklinik, Universitätsklinikum Erlangen, Erlangen
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Hou HL, Meng MB, Chen XL, Zhao LJ, Zhu L, Zhang BL, Wang P. The prognosis factor of adjuvant radiation therapy after surgery in uterine sarcomas. Onco Targets Ther 2015; 8:2339-44. [PMID: 26357482 PMCID: PMC4559239 DOI: 10.2147/ott.s88186] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/03/2022] Open
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Objective This retrospective study evaluated the role of adjuvant radiotherapy (AR) after surgery in patients with uterine sarcoma and analyzed the prognostic factors of local-regional failure-free survival (LRFFS) and overall survival (OS). Patients and methods A study of a total of 182 patients with uterine sarcoma was conducted between June 1994 and October 2014. Adjuvant radiotherapy was defined as postoperative external beam radiation to the pelvis (30–50 Gray/10–25 fractions at five fractions/week). The primary end point was LRFFS, and the secondary end point was OS. Kaplan–Meier curves were compared using the log-rank test. Cox regression analyses were used to determine prognosticators for LRFFS and OS. Results The median follow-up time of all patients was 75 months, with a 5-year LRFFS of 62.1%. The 2-year and 5-year LRFFS rates were longer for those who received AR than for those who did not receive AR (83.4% vs 70.3%; 78% vs 55.3%; P=0.013). The 5-year OS of all patients was 56.2%, and no significant differences were observed in the 2-year and 5-year OS rates between these two groups (82.7% vs 71.4%; 64.1% vs 51.7%; P=0.067). Importantly, in patients with leiomyosarcoma, the 2-year and 5-year LRFFS and OS rates were longer for those who received AR than for those who did not receive AR (P=0.04 and P=0.02 for the 2-year and 5-year LRFFS, respectively). Conclusion Patients with uterine sarcoma who were treated with AR after surgery demonstrated an improved LRFFS compared with those who were treated with surgery alone, especially those patients with leiomyosarcoma. Therefore, the role of personalized adjuvant radiation for patients with uterine sarcoma still requires further discussion.
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- Hai-Ling Hou
- Department of Radiation Oncology, CyberKnife Center, Key Laboratory of Cancer Prevention and Therapy, Tianjin Medical University Cancer Institute and Hospital, National Clinical Research Center for Cancer, Tianjin, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, CyberKnife Center, Key Laboratory of Cancer Prevention and Therapy, Tianjin Medical University Cancer Institute and Hospital, National Clinical Research Center for Cancer, Tianjin, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, CyberKnife Center, Key Laboratory of Cancer Prevention and Therapy, Tianjin Medical University Cancer Institute and Hospital, National Clinical Research Center for Cancer, Tianjin, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, CyberKnife Center, Key Laboratory of Cancer Prevention and Therapy, Tianjin Medical University Cancer Institute and Hospital, National Clinical Research Center for Cancer, Tianjin, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, CyberKnife Center, Key Laboratory of Cancer Prevention and Therapy, Tianjin Medical University Cancer Institute and Hospital, National Clinical Research Center for Cancer, Tianjin, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, CyberKnife Center, Key Laboratory of Cancer Prevention and Therapy, Tianjin Medical University Cancer Institute and Hospital, National Clinical Research Center for Cancer, Tianjin, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, CyberKnife Center, Key Laboratory of Cancer Prevention and Therapy, Tianjin Medical University Cancer Institute and Hospital, National Clinical Research Center for Cancer, Tianjin, People's Republic of China
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Yamazaki H, Todo Y, Mitsube K, Hareyama H, Shimada C, Kato H, Yamashiro K. Long-term survival of patients with recurrent endometrial stromal sarcoma: a multicenter, observational study. J Gynecol Oncol 2015; 26:214-21. [PMID: 25925291 PMCID: PMC4510338 DOI: 10.3802/jgo.2015.26.3.214] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/27/2014] [Revised: 03/01/2015] [Accepted: 03/01/2015] [Indexed: 02/03/2023] Open
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Objective The aim of this study was to evaluate the clinical behavior and management outcome of recurrent endometrial stromal sarcoma (ESS). Methods A retrospective review of charts of 10 patients with recurrent ESS was performed and relapse-free interval, relapse site, treatment, response to treatment, duration of follow-up and clinical outcome extracted. Survival outcome measures used were post-relapse survival which was defined as the time from first evidence of relapse to death from any cause. Living patients were censored at the date of last follow-up. Results The median age and median relapse-free interval at the time of initial relapse were 51.5 years and 66.5 months, respectively. The number of relapses ranged from one to five. Sixteen surgical procedures for recurrent disease included nine (56.0%) complete resections. There was no statistically significant difference between initial recurrent tumors and second/subsequent recurrent tumors in the rate of complete surgery (44.4% vs. 71.4%, respectively, p=0.36). Of the eleven evaluable occasions when hormonal therapy was used for recurrent disease, disease control was achieved in eight (72.7%). There was no difference between initial recurrent tumors and second/subsequent recurrent tumors in disease control rate by hormonal therapy (85.7% vs. 50.0%, respectively, p=0.49). The 10-year post-relapse survival rate was 90.0% and the overall median post-relapse survival 119 months (range, 7 to 216 months). Conclusion Post-relapse survival of patients with ESS can be expected to be >10 years when treated by repeated surgical resection and hormonal therapy or both.
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- Hiroyuki Yamazaki
- Division of Gynecologic Oncology, National Hospital Organization Hokkaido Cancer Center, Sapporo, Japan
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- Division of Gynecologic Oncology, National Hospital Organization Hokkaido Cancer Center, Sapporo, Japan.
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- Division of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Asahikawa Kosei General Hospital, Asahikawa, Japan
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- Division of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Sapporo Municipal Hospital, Sapporo, Japan
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Hokkaido University School of Medicine, Sapporo, Japan
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- Division of Gynecologic Oncology, National Hospital Organization Hokkaido Cancer Center, Sapporo, Japan
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- Division of Pathology, National Hospital Organization Hokkaido Cancer Center, Sapporo, Japan
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Endometrial stromal tumors are rare uterine mesenchymal neoplasms that have intrigued pathologists for years, not only because they commonly pose diagnostic dilemmas, but also because the classification and pathogenesis of these tumors has been widely debated. The current World Health Organization recognizes 4 categories of endometrial stromal tumor: endometrial stromal nodule (ESN), low-grade endometrial stromal sarcoma (LG-ESS), high-grade endometrial stromal sarcoma (HG-ESS), and undifferentiated uterine sarcoma (UUS). uterine sarcoma. These categories are defined by the presence of distinct translocations as well as tumor morphology and prognosis. Specifically, the JAZF1-SUZ12 (formerly JAZF1-JJAZ1) fusion identifies a large proportion of ESN and LG-ESSs, whereas the YWHAE-FAM22 translocation identifies HG-ESSs. The latter tumors appear to have a prognosis intermediate between LG-ESS and UUS, which exhibits no specific translocation pattern. This review (1) presents the clinicopathologic features of endometrial stromal tumors; (2) discusses their immunophenotype; and (3) highlights the recent advances in molecular genetics which explain their pathogenesis and lend support for a new classification system.
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High-Grade Undifferentiated Sarcomas of the Uterus: Diagnosis, Outcomes, and New Treatment Approaches. Curr Oncol Rep 2014; 16:405. [DOI: 10.1007/s11912-014-0405-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/01/2023]
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Fernandez G, Borràs SMI, Pérez VN, Guedea F. Treatment of pure uterine sarcoma at the Institut Català D'Oncologia. Rep Pract Oncol Radiother 2014; 18:153-8. [PMID: 24416547 DOI: 10.1016/j.rpor.2012.12.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/14/2012] [Revised: 10/22/2012] [Accepted: 12/18/2012] [Indexed: 11/26/2022] Open
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AIM The aim of this retrospective study was to investigate the clinical and histopathological characteristics of the disease and treatment outcome of patients with pure uterine sarcomas. BACKGROUND Uterine sarcomas are especially rare tumours, comprising only 3-5% of uterine cancers. They are characterized by histopathological diversity, rapid clinical progression, and poor prognosis. Optimal management consists of complete surgical removal and adjuvant radiotherapy may improve the prognosis. MATERIALS AND METHODS All patients with pure uterine sarcoma histology treated at our centre, the Institut Català D'Oncologia in Barcelona Spain, between 2002 and 2010 were reviewed. RESULTS Records of 17 patients treated at our hospital over an 8-year period were obtained. Nine patients (53%) had leiomyosarcoma, 7 (41%) had endometrial stromal sarcoma, and 1 patient had unclassified sarcoma. All patients were treated with external beam radiation after surgical excision. Mean age was 62 years (range, 51-69 years). Of the 17 patients, 13 (76%) presented with stage I disease, 2 (12%) were stage II, and 2 (12%) stage III. The overall actuarial 2-year survival estimate was 82.5%. Two patients experienced local relapse. The 2-year local control rate was 90%. A total of 5 patients experienced either local or metastatic relapse. The 2-year progression free survival rate was 58%. CONCLUSION In our experience, combined treatment (surgery and adjuvant radiation therapy) is effective with acceptable side effects. Larger and multicenter studies are needed to assess treatment outcome for pure uterine sarcoma histology.
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- Gonçalo Fernandez
- Radiation Oncology Department at the Instituto Português de Oncologia de Lisboa, Francisco Gentil, Portugal
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- Radiation Oncology Department at the Institut Català d'Oncologia (ICO), Hospitalet de Belltvige, Barcelona, Spain
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- Unidad de Investigación Clínica at the Institut Català d'Oncologia (ICO), Hospitalet de Belltvige, Barcelona, Spain
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- Radiation Oncology Department at the Institut Català d'Oncologia (ICO), Hospitalet de Belltvige, Barcelona, Spain
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Akashi D, Todo Y, Shimada C, Okamoto K, Minobe S, Kato H. Successful use of dydrogesterone as maintenance therapy in recurrent endometrial stromal sarcoma: a case report. Jpn J Clin Oncol 2013; 43:1145-9. [PMID: 24058200 DOI: 10.1093/jjco/hyt142] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Endometrial stromal sarcoma is known to be a hormone-dependent tumor. Efficacy of hormonal therapy including high-dose progestins, aromatase inhibitors or gonadotropin-releasing hormone analogs has been reported. We report a case of recurrent endometrial stromal sarcoma, the tumor cells of which were strongly positive for CD10, estrogen and progesterone receptors. Although almost all of the pelvic tumors infiltrating the rectum or pelvic side wall remained, the patient is alive with slight disease 9 years and 6 months after the initial failure. During the treatment period of 4 years and 3 months, the patient was treated exclusively with dydrogesterone at a daily dose of 10 mg and the tumor clinically disappeared. Dydrogesterone at a daily dose of 10 mg may be effective in treating low-grade endometrial stromal sarcoma.
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- Daisuke Akashi
- *Division of Gynecologic Oncology, National Hospital Organization, Hokkaido Cancer Center, 4-2, Kikusui, Shiroishi-Ku, Sapporo 003-0804, Japan.
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Binesh F, Zahir ST, Akhavan A, Bovanlu TR. Endometrial stromal sarcoma of the uterus presenting as pulmonary metastasis. BMJ Case Rep 2013; 2013:bcr-2013-008565. [PMID: 23907964 DOI: 10.1136/bcr-2013-008565] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/03/2022] Open
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Endometrial stromal sarcoma (ESS) is a rare uterine sarcoma. Compared with other uterine malignancies, it occurs at an earlier age (42-58 years) and about 10-25% of the patients are premenopausal. The tumours have an indolent growth, with a tendency for late recurrence. Metastases are rarely detected before the diagnosis of the primary lesion. We report a case of ESS with pulmonary metastasis as a prodromal manifestation.
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- Fariba Binesh
- Department of Pathology, Shahid Sadoughi University of Medical Sciences, Yazd, Islamic Republic of Iran
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Uterine sarcoma-current management and experience from a regional cancer centre in North India. Arch Gynecol Obstet 2013; 288:873-82. [DOI: 10.1007/s00404-013-2843-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/23/2012] [Accepted: 04/03/2013] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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Sardinha R, Hernández T, Fraile S, Tresserra F, Vidal A, Gómez MC, Astudillo A, Hernández N, Saenz de Santamaría J, Ordi J, Gonçalves L, Ramos R, Balañá C, de Álava E. Endometrial stromal tumors: immunohistochemical and molecular analysis of potential targets of tyrosine kinase inhibitors. Clin Sarcoma Res 2013; 3:3. [PMID: 23497641 PMCID: PMC3599876 DOI: 10.1186/2045-3329-3-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/13/2012] [Accepted: 03/04/2013] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND The systemic treatment of malignant endometrial stromal tumors (EST) is not well established. A few reports describe objective responses to imatinib, which suggest a novel therapeutic strategy for these tumors. Due to these facts, we aimed to perform a retrospective analysis of possible molecular targets of tyrosine kinase inhibitors (TKI) in EST: KIT, PDGFRA and EGFR. METHODS 52 endometrial stromal sarcomas and 13 undifferentiated endometrial sarcomas were examined and reviewed. Mutational analysis were performed for exons 9, 11, 13, and 17 of the KIT gene, exons 12 and 18 of the PDGFRA gene and exons 18, 19, 20 and 21 of the EGFR gene. The incidence and distribution of the KIT, PDGFRA, and EGFR expression were examined by immunohistochemistry, and EGFR amplification was assessed by fluorescence in situ hybridization. RESULTS No mutations in KIT, PDGFRA and EGFR genes were detected. Overexpression of KIT, PDGFRA, EGFR, was detected in 2 (3%), 23 (35.4%), 7 (10.8%) cases respectively, whereas amplification of EGFR gene was not found. CONCLUSIONS Absence of significant expression, amplification and activating mutations on these tyrosine kinase receptors suggest that it is unlikely that EST can benefit from therapies such as TKI on the systemic setting.
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- Ruth Sardinha
- Pathology Department, Hospital Espírito Santo E.P.E, Évora, Portugal
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- Centro de Investigación del Cáncer-IBMCC USAL-CSIC, Salamanca, Spain
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- Centro de Investigación del Cáncer-IBMCC USAL-CSIC, Salamanca, Spain
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- Pathology Department, USP-Institut Universitari Dexeus, Barcelona, Spain
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- Pathology Department, Hospital de Bellvitge, Barcelona, Spain
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- Pathology Department, Hospital Universitari Germans Trias i Pujol, Badalona, Spain
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- Pathology Department, Hospital Universitario Central de Asturias, Oviedo, Spain
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- Anatomical Pathology Department, Hospital Universitario de la Laguna, Canarias, Spain
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- Pathology Department, Hospital Clinic de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
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- Pathology Department, Hospital do Espírito Santo E.P.E, Évora, Portugal
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- Pathology Department, Hospital Son Espases, Palma de Mallorca, Spain
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- Medical Oncology Service, Catalan Institute of Oncology - Hospital Germans Trias i Pujol, Badalona, Spain
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- Centro de Investigación del Cáncer-IBMCC USAL-CSIC, Salamanca, Spain
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Long-Term Outcomes With Intraoperative Radiotherapy as a Component of Treatment for Locally Advanced or Recurrent Uterine Sarcoma. Int J Radiat Oncol Biol Phys 2012; 83:191-7. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ijrobp.2011.06.1960] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/04/2011] [Revised: 05/31/2011] [Accepted: 06/03/2011] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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Beck TL, Singhal PK, Ehrenberg HM, Rose PG, Lele SB, Krivak TC, McBee WC. Endometrial stromal sarcoma: Analysis of recurrence following adjuvant treatment. Gynecol Oncol 2012; 125:141-4. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ygyno.2011.10.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 33] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/06/2011] [Revised: 10/06/2011] [Accepted: 10/09/2011] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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Outcome and prognostic factors in endometrial stromal tumors: a Rare Cancer Network study. Int J Radiat Oncol Biol Phys 2012; 82:e757-63. [PMID: 22300565 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijrobp.2011.11.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 26] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/12/2011] [Revised: 10/30/2011] [Accepted: 11/01/2011] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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PURPOSE To provide further understanding regarding outcome and prognostic factors of endometrial stromal tumors (EST). METHODS AND MATERIALS A retrospective analysis was performed on the records of 59 women diagnosed with EST and treated with curative intent between 1983 and 2007 in the framework of the Rare Cancer Network. RESULTS Endometrial stromal sarcomas (ESS) were found in 44% and undifferentiated ESS (UES) in 49% of the cases. In 7% the grading was unclear. Of the total number of patients, 33 had Stage I, 4 Stage II, 20 Stage III, and 1 presented with Stage IVB disease. Adjuvant chemotherapy was administered to 12 patients, all with UES. External-beam radiotherapy (RT) was administered postoperatively to 48 women. The median follow-up was 41.4 months. The 5-year overall survival (OS) rate was 96.2% and 64.8% for ESS and UES, respectively, with a corresponding 5-year disease-free survival (DFS) rate of 49.4% and 43.4%, respectively. On multivariate analysis, adjuvant RT was an independent prognostic factor for OS (p = 0.007) and DFS (p = 0.013). Locoregional control, DFS, and OS were significantly associated with age (≤60 vs. >60 years), grade (ESS vs. UES), and International Federation of Gynecology and Obstetrics stage (I-II vs. III-IV). Positive lymph node staging had an impact on OS (p < 0.001). CONCLUSION The prognosis of ESS differed from that of UES. Endometrial stromal sarcomas had an excellent 5-year OS, whereas the OS in UES was rather low. However, half of ESS patients had a relapse. For this reason, adjuvant treatment such as RT should be considered even in low-grade tumors. Multicenter randomized studies are still warranted to establish clear guidelines.
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Endometrial stromal sarcomas are rare malignant tumors of the uterus, and most of the information available in literature is based on small series or case reports. A proper preoperative diagnosis is difficult and in most cases the diagnosis is confirmed after hysterectomy for a presumed benign disease. Endometrial sampling, ultrasound, and magnetic resonance imaging can provide diagnostic clues. Total hysterectomy with bilateral salpingo-oopherectomy is the main line of management and for early disease complete cure is a reality. Ovarian conservation may be possible in young women with early stage disease and the role of lymphadenectomy is controversial. Adjuvant hormone therapy in the form of progesterone, gonadotropin releasing hormone analogues, and aromatase inhibitors are found to be effective in preventing recurrences. Hormone therapy, radiotherapy and surgical excision of the metastasis are recommended for recurrences.
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- Geetha Puliyath
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, SUT Academy of Medical Sciences, Trivandrum, Kerala, India
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, SUT Institute of Oncology, Pattom, Trivandrum, Kerala, India
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Long-term medroxyprogesterone acetate therapy for low-grade endometrial stromal sarcoma. Int J Clin Oncol 2011; 17:348-54. [PMID: 21830086 DOI: 10.1007/s10147-011-0299-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/09/2011] [Accepted: 07/16/2011] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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BACKGROUND Low-grade endometrial stromal sarcoma (ESS) is a rare tumor. Endocrine treatment is frequently necessary, but treatment details have not been established. PATIENTS AND METHODS Thirteen consecutive patients with low-grade ESS were examined clinicopathologically. All patients underwent surgery, and six were treated with a uniform regimen of medroxyprogesterone acetate (MPA) against residual or recurrent disease. RESULTS Of the 13 patients, 9 were in stage I, whereas the others were in advanced stages. The median follow-up period was 117 months (range 43-170 months). Six patients, including three with residual peritoneal dissemination and three with recurrent tumors, were treated with MPA. Six months after the initiation of treatment, 3 patients demonstrated a partial response, and 3 patients demonstrated stable disease. The median dosing period was 64 months (range 28-92 months). Five of the patients, including 2 patients who are alive with no evidence of disease and 3 patients who are alive with disease, continue with MPA therapy. CONCLUSION The clinicopathological characteristics of the low-grade ESS in this study are consistent with those reported in previous studies. MPA therapy with residual or recurrent disease achieved excellent disease control over a period of 5 years. These results indicate that MPA therapy might be considered as a therapeutic option for residual or recurrent low-grade ESS and perhaps chosen as a first-line therapy.
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Rhomberg W. The radiation response of sarcomas by histologic subtypes: a review with special emphasis given to results achieved with razoxane. Sarcoma 2011; 2006:87367. [PMID: 17040092 PMCID: PMC1510952 DOI: 10.1155/srcm/2006/87367] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/21/2022] Open
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Purpose. Relatively few results are available in the
literature about the radiation response of unresectable sarcomas
in relation to their histology. Therefore, an attempt was made to
summarize the present situation. Materials and methods.
This report is based on a review of the literature and the
author's own experience. Adult-type soft tissue sarcomas,
chondrosarcomas, and chordomas were analyzed. Radioresponse was
mainly associated with the degree of tumor shrinkage, that is,
objective responses. Histopathologic responses, that is, the degree of
necrosis, are only discussed in relation to radiation treatment
reports of soft tissue sarcomas as a group. Results.
Radiation therapy alone leads to major responses in about 50% of
lipo-, fibro-, leiomyo-, or chondrosarcomas. The response rate is
less than 50% in malignant fibrous histiocytomas, synovial,
neurogenic, and other rare soft tissue sarcomas. The response
rates may increase up to 75% through the addition of
radiosensitizers such as halogenated pyrimidines or razoxane, or
by the use of high-LET irradiation. Angiosarcomas become clearly
more responsive if biologicals, angiomodulating, and/or tubulin
affinic substances are given together with radiation therapy.
Razoxane is able to increase the duration and quality of responses
even in difficult-to-treat tumors like chondrosarcomas or
chordomas. Conclusions. The available data demonstrate
that the radioresponsiveness of sarcomas is very variable and
dependent on histology, kind of radiation, and various
concomitantly given drugs. The rate of complete sustained
remissions by radiation therapy alone or in combination with drugs
is still far from satisfactory although progress has been made
through the use of sensitizing agents.
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- Walter Rhomberg
- Department of Radiooncology, General Hospital, Carinagasse 47,
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Seddon BM, Davda R. Uterine sarcomas--recent progress and future challenges. Eur J Radiol 2011; 78:30-40. [PMID: 21247711 DOI: 10.1016/j.ejrad.2010.12.057] [Citation(s) in RCA: 31] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/29/2010] [Accepted: 11/30/2010] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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Uterine sarcomas are a group of rare tumours that provide considerable challenges in their treatment. Radiological diagnosis prior to hysterectomy is difficult, with the diagnosis frequently made post-operatively. Current staging systems have been unsatisfactory, although a new FIGO staging system specifically for uterine sarcomas has now been introduced, and may allow better grouping of patients according to expected prognosis. While the mainstay of treatment of early disease is a total abdominal hysterectomy, it is less clear whether routine oophorectomy or lymphadenectomy is necessary. Adjuvant pelvic radiotherapy may improve local tumour control in high risk patients, but is not associated with an overall survival benefit. Similarly there is no good evidence for the routine use of adjuvant chemotherapy. For advanced leiomyosarcoma, newer chemotherapy agents including gemcitabine and docetaxel, and trabectedin, offer some promise, while hormonal therapies appear to be more useful in endometrial stromal sarcoma. Novel targeted agents are now being introduced for sarcomas, and uterine sarcomas, and show some indications of activity. Non-pharmacological treatments, including surgical metastatectomy, radiofrequency ablation, and CyberKnife(®) radiotherapy, are important additions to systemic therapy for advanced metastatic disease.
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- Beatrice M Seddon
- London Sarcoma Service, Department of Oncology, University College Hospital, 1st Floor Central, 250 Euston Road, London, NW1 2PG, United Kingdom.
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Batista LM, Carvalho CH, Acioly MA, Gharabaghi A, Ramina KF, Schittenhelm J, Tatagiba M. Spinal metastasis of endometrial stromal sarcoma: clinicopathological features and management. Surg Oncol 2010; 20:e78-83. [PMID: 21071207 DOI: 10.1016/j.suronc.2010.10.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/19/2010] [Revised: 10/16/2010] [Accepted: 10/18/2010] [Indexed: 10/24/2022]
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BACKGROUND Endometrial Stromal Sarcoma (ESS) is a rare uterine malignancy which often metastasizes several years after initial diagnosis. Thoracic spine is a rare ESS metastatic site and its proper management is still not a consensus. We discuss the histopathological features and the management strategies through an illustrative case of a 77 year-old woman with metastasis to the thoracic spine 13 years after total hysterectomy for ESS. METHODS Review of the literature and identification of 5 patients, including our present case, with ESS involving the spinal cord. We discuss the outcomes achieved after each therapy. In our case, the patient presented a mass involving the thoracic spinal canal constricting the spinal cord at T7 level. A two-level decompression laminectomy was performed and the lesion was partially excised. RESULTS The histopathological along with the immunohistochemical profile mitotic rate indicated the endometrial stromal cells origin of the tumor, confirming the diagnosis of a low-grade ESS metastasis. The patient was managed with surgery in combination with postoperative radiation therapy. CONCLUSIONS The small number of published cases precludes definitive conclusions regarding standard management. However, it seems that treatment of metastatic ESS to the spine matches the same general concepts of spine metastasis, namely surgery followed by radiation therapy, due to clinical improvement and long-term disease control of the reported cases. Hormonal therapy may be considered in recurrent disease with strong expression of estrogen and progesterone receptors. However, these findings need confirmation in larger studies.
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- Leonardo Moura Batista
- Department of Neurosurgery, University of Tübingen, Eberhard Karls University Hospital, Hoppe-Seyler-Strasse 3, D-72076 Tübingen, Germany.
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Malouf GG, Duclos J, Rey A, Duvillard P, Lazar V, Haie-Meder C, Balleyguier C, Morice P, Lhommé C, Pautier P. Impact of adjuvant treatment modalities on the management of patients with stages I-II endometrial stromal sarcoma. Ann Oncol 2010; 21:2102-2106. [PMID: 20305035 DOI: 10.1093/annonc/mdq064] [Citation(s) in RCA: 39] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/14/2022] Open
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PURPOSE To explore whether adjuvant treatment options may impact on the prognosis in localized endometrial stromal sarcomas (ESSs; stages I and II). The historical options usually discussed in addition to hysterectomy and bilateral salpingoophorectomy (BSO) are active surveillance, pelvic radiotherapy, chemotherapy and hormonal therapy, alone or in combination. PATIENTS AND METHODS Among 84 consecutive patients treated for ESS at a single referral center, 54 with localized stage disease were identified. Recurrence-free survival and overall survival were estimated and patterns of recurrences described. Univariate and multivariate analyses were carried out. RESULTS With a median follow-up of 58 months, only one patient had died. None of the 23 patients who had received adjuvant therapy relapsed compared with 13 of 31 patients who had not received any adjuvant therapy. Adjuvant treatments were hormonal therapy (n = 10) and brachytherapy with/without pelvic radiotherapy (n = 13). Almost the majority of relapses were local (92%) and extra-pelvic metastasis was observed in nearly half of the patients (46%). In the multivariate analysis, the major determinants of relapse-free survival were adjuvant treatment, myometrial invasion (P = 0.005) and no BSO (P = 0.005). CONCLUSIONS In this series, adjuvant treatment of localized ESSs was associated with the absence of recurrence.
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- Department of Biostatistics
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- Department of Platform of Genomics
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- Department of Surgery, Institut Gustave-Roussy, Villejuif, France
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Barney B, Tward JD, Skidmore T, Gaffney DK. Does radiotherapy or lymphadenectomy improve survival in endometrial stromal sarcoma? Int J Gynecol Cancer 2009; 19:1232-8. [PMID: 19823060 DOI: 10.1111/igc.0b013e3181b33c9a] [Citation(s) in RCA: 69] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/28/2022] Open
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INTRODUCTION Endometrial stromal sarcoma (ESS) is a rare uterine malignancy characterized by cells resembling proliferative-phase endometrial stroma. Standard treatment is total hysterectomy and bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy (TAH-BSO). The roles of radiation therapy (RT) and lymphadenectomy (LAD) remain unclear. Using a large population database, we retrospectively evaluated the addition of RT and LAD to surgery for survival impact. METHODS We identified 1010 women with ESS between 1983 and 2002 from the National Cancer Institute's Surveillance, Epidemiology, and End Results Program. Kaplan-Meier method was used to estimate overall survival (OS) and cause-specific survival (CSS). Outcomes for patients treated by TAH-BSO alone and surgery plus RT were compared using Cox proportional hazards regression model. A multivariate analysis controlling for age, International Federation of Gynecology and Obstetrics (FIGO) stage, LAD, race, year of diagnosis, and tumor grade was performed. Univariate analyses were performed for individual FIGO stages, low- and high-grade tumors, and surgery with and without LAD. A literature review was performed to compile studies showing LAD data for ESS. RESULTS The median follow-up was 54 months (range, 1-248 months). The 5-year OS and CSS for patients undergoing surgery plus RT were 72.2% and 80.1% and 83.2% and 90.7% for surgery alone, respectively. Worse prognoses were associated with increasing FIGO stage, tumor grade, and age. Neither did adjuvant RT correlate with improved survival within any FIGO stage nor did it alter survival for low- or high-grade tumor groups. Adding lymphadenectomy to TAH-BSO did not change survival.
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- Brandon Barney
- Department of Radiation Oncology, Huntsman Cancer Hospital, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT 84112, USA
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Zagouri F, Dimopoulos AM, Fotiou S, Kouloulias V, Papadimitriou CA. Treatment of early uterine sarcomas: disentangling adjuvant modalities. World J Surg Oncol 2009; 7:38. [PMID: 19356236 PMCID: PMC2674046 DOI: 10.1186/1477-7819-7-38] [Citation(s) in RCA: 30] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/05/2008] [Accepted: 04/08/2009] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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Uterine sarcomas are a rare group of neoplasms with aggressive clinical course and poor prognosis. They are classified into four main histological subtypes in order of decreasing incidence: carcinosarcomas, leiomyosarcomas, endometrial stromal sarcomas and "other" sarcomas. The pathological subtype demands a tailored approach. Surgical resection is regarded as the mainstay of treatment. Total abdominal hysterectomy and bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy represents the standard treatment of uterine sarcomas. Pelvic and para-aortic lymph node dissection in carcinosarcomas is recommended, given their high incidence of lymph node metastases, and may have a role in endometrial stromal sarcomas. Adjuvant radiation therapy has historically been of little survival value, but it appears to improve local control and may delay recurrence. Regarding adjuvant chemotherapy, there is little evidence in the literature supporting its use except for carcinosarcomas. However, more trials are needed to address these issues, especially, their sequential application. Patients with uterine sarcomas should be referred to large academic centers for participation in clinical trials.
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- Flora Zagouri
- Department of Clinical Therapeutics, Alexandra Hospital, University of Athens, School of Medicine, Athens, Greece.
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Low-grade endometrial stromal sarcoma with inferior vena cava tumor thrombus and intracardiac extension: radical resection may improve recurrence free survival. Surg Oncol 2008; 18:57-64. [PMID: 18708288 DOI: 10.1016/j.suronc.2008.07.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 29] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/18/2008] [Revised: 06/15/2008] [Accepted: 07/03/2008] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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BACKGROUND Endometrial stromal sarcoma (ESS) represents 0.2% of all uterine malignancies. Based on the mitotic activity, a distinction is made between low and high-grade ESS. Although the overall five-year survival rate for low-grade ESS exceeds 80%, about 50% of the patients show tumor recurrence, mostly after a long latency period. Tumor invasion of the great vessels is extremely rare. We describe a patient with advanced low-grade ESS with tumor invasion of the infrarenal aorta and the inferior vena cava. The patient presented with a large tumor thrombus extending from the inferior vena cava into the right atrium. METHODS Review of literature and identification of 19 patients, including our own case report, with advanced low-grade ESS with invasion of the great vessels and formation of an inferior vena cava tumor thrombus. RESULTS All 19 patients presented with an abdominal tumor mass and a tumor thrombus protruding into the inferior vena cava. The tumor thrombus extended into the right heart cavities in nine patients reaching the right atrium in four, the right ventricle in three and the pulmonary artery in two patients. There were 5 patients with an advanced primary tumor and 14 patients with an advanced recurrent tumor. Seven patients presented with synchronous metastatic disease and six patients with a pelvic tumor infiltrating the bladder, the rectosigmoid colon or the infrarenal aorta. Mean age at surgery was 45.9+/-12.3 years (median 47, range 25-65 years). Tumor thrombectomy was accomplished by cavatomy or by right atriotomy after installation of a cardiopulmonary bypass. There was no peri-operative mortality and a very low morbidity. Radical tumor resections were achieved in 10 patients. The follow-up for these 10 patients was 2+/-1.3 years (median 2, range 0.3-4.5 years). Nine patients remained recurrence free whereas one patient suffered an asymptomatic local recurrence. CONCLUSIONS Low-grade ESS is a rare angioinvasive tumor with a high recurrence rate. Resection of an inferior vena cava tumor thrombus, even with extension into the right heart cavities, can be performed safely. Extensive radical surgery is therefore justified in the treatment of advanced tumor manifestations of a low-grade ESS potentially improving recurrence free survival.
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Nam EJ, Kim JW, Lee DW, Jang SY, Hong JW, Kim YT, Kim JH, Kim S, Kim SW. Endometrial stromal sarcomas: a retrospective analysis of 28 patients, single center experience for 20 years. Cancer Res Treat 2008; 40:6-10. [PMID: 19688058 DOI: 10.4143/crt.2008.40.1.6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/16/2007] [Accepted: 01/28/2008] [Indexed: 01/23/2023] Open
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PURPOSE The aim of this study was to evaluate the behavior of endometrial stromal sarcomas (ESSs) in relation to their clinical and pathogenic features, and to determine the optimal treatment strategy. MATERIALS AND METHODS A retrospective analysis was performed involving 28 patients with histologic-proven ESSs treated at our institution between 1987 and 2006. RESULTS The median follow-up was 54.7+/-63.1 months and the 5-year survival rate was 82.0%. Twenty-two (81.5%) and 5 patients (18.5%) had low- and high-grade disease, respectively. Univariate analysis revealed that the histologic grades, based on mitotic count, were associated with longer survival (p=0.004). However, among those patients with low-grade tumors, 5/20 patients (25%) had a recurrence and 2/21 patients (9.5%) had distant metastasis during the follow-up period. With the exception of 2 patients, 26 patients with ESSs underwent hysterectomy as primary treatment. Adjuvant treatment after surgery was administered to 14/26 patients (53.8%). Hormone therapy with progesterone, chemotherapy, and/or radiotherapy did not influence overall survival. However, the postoperative adjuvant therapy group, regardless of the treatment modality, was associated with relatively increased overall survival when compared to the surgery only group (p=0.054). CONCLUSIONS The preoperative differential diagnosis of ESSs from other benign gynecologic diseases is often difficult. We recommend adjuvant therapy be administered after hysterectomy in patients with ESS to prevent recurrence or distant metastasis.
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- Eun Ji Nam
- Women's Cancer Clinic, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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Li N, Wu LY, Zhang HT, An JS, Li XG, Ma SK. Treatment options in stage I endometrial stromal sarcoma: A retrospective analysis of 53 cases. Gynecol Oncol 2008; 108:306-11. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ygyno.2007.10.023] [Citation(s) in RCA: 56] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/18/2007] [Revised: 10/19/2007] [Accepted: 10/19/2007] [Indexed: 10/22/2022]
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Lo KWK, Yu MY, Cheung TH. Low-Grade Endometrial Stromal Sarcoma with Florid Intravenous Component. Gynecol Obstet Invest 2008; 66:8-11. [DOI: 10.1159/000113895] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/12/2007] [Accepted: 08/31/2007] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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Kim WY, Lee JW, Choi CH, Kang H, Kim TJ, Kim BG, Lee JH, Bae DS. Low-grade endometrial stromal sarcoma: a single center's experience with 22 cases. Int J Gynecol Cancer 2007; 18:1084-9. [PMID: 18179547 DOI: 10.1111/j.1525-1438.2007.01159.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 44] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
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The aim of this retrospective study was to evaluate the clinical behavior and management outcome of low-grade endometrial stromal sarcoma (LGESS). From September 1994, to March 2007, 22 patients with histologically proven stage I LGESS were included in this study. Clinicopathologic variables, recurrence, and management outcomes were reviewed retrospectively. The median age of the 22 patients was 43 years. The most common presenting symptom was abnormal vaginal bleeding. All patients underwent a hysterectomy and had stage I disease. Six patients had adjuvant therapy after the hysterectomy. The median follow-up period was 77 months (range 12-202 months). Ten patients had disease recurrence. The median disease-free survival period was 111 months (range 6-182 months). The pelvis (eight cases) was the most common site of recurrence followed by the lung (four cases) and the liver (one case). Recurrent disease was treated with surgery (one case), surgery plus chemotherapy (five cases), chemotherapy (two cases), and surgery plus radiotherapy (two cases). Two patients died after 25 and 54 months after disease recurrence. Treatment with a bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy or adjuvant chemoradiation did not affect the disease-free interval. LGESS is usually a slow-growing neoplasm with an indolent clinical course. Surgery is the primary treatment for recurrent endometrial stromal sarcoma when feasible. Adjuvant treatment (radiotherapy, chemotherapy, or both) had no effect on the prognosis of patients with stage I disease.
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- W Y Kim
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Samsung Medical Center, Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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Ihnen M, Mahner S, Jänicke F, Schwarz J. Current treatment options in uterine endometrial stromal sarcoma: report of a case and review of the literature. Int J Gynecol Cancer 2007; 17:957-63. [PMID: 17359294 DOI: 10.1111/j.1525-1438.2007.00889.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022] Open
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Uterine sarcomas are a rare form of uterine cancer. They occur in women from 40 to 60 years and are generally characterized by poor prognosis, a high rate of local recurrence, and distant metastases. Endometrial stromal sarcoma (ESS) accounts for 0.2% of all gynecological malignancies. Forms of possible treatment include surgery, radiotherapy, chemotherapy, and endocrine treatment. Randomized trials analyzing these treatment options are limited due to the rarity of this disease; therefore, a standard therapy could not be established thus far. To present an overview of the current treatment options of ESS, a search of Medline, Embase, and the Cochrane Library was performed and the results concluded. We report the case of a 32-year-old woman who presented with FIGO stage II ESS. Initial treatment with tamoxifen and local perfusion with cisplatin resulted in disease progression and were discontinued. A novel, therapeutic approach using two cycles of combination chemotherapy with doxorubicin and ifosfamide followed by surgery was applied. Five years after surgery, the patient is still in complete remission. Thus, we conclude that although there is no data from randomized trials available, chemotherapy in advanced or metastatic ESS can provide an opportunity for surgical treatment and can lead to long-term remission.
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- M Ihnen
- Klinik und Poliklinik für Gynäkologie, Universitätsklinikums Hamburg-Eppendorf, Hamburg, Germany.
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Pink D, Lindner T, Mrozek A, Kretzschmar A, Thuss-Patience PC, Dörken B, Reichardt P. Harm or benefit of hormonal treatment in metastatic low-grade endometrial stromal sarcoma: single center experience with 10 cases and review of the literature. Gynecol Oncol 2005; 101:464-9. [PMID: 16368128 DOI: 10.1016/j.ygyno.2005.11.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 117] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/26/2005] [Revised: 11/04/2005] [Accepted: 11/07/2005] [Indexed: 10/25/2022]
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UNLABELLED Endometrial stromal sarcoma (ESS) is a rare disease with probably less than 700 new cases in the US or EU per year. ESS usually expresses steroidal receptors and is regarded to be hormone-sensitive. A higher risk in women receiving estrogen replacement therapy (ERT) or tamoxifen has been suspected, and remissions following treatment with progestins have been reported in case studies. Aromatase inhibitors represent an interesting new treatment option. Due to the rarity of the tumor, only few case series and no prospective studies are published. We therefore conducted a retrospective study to evaluate the influence of hormonal treatment to ESS. METHODS Our institutional sarcoma data bank was screened for cases of ESS since 1999. All corresponding files and radiographs were reviewed retrospectively. RESULTS Ten patients with low-grade ESS were identified. Diagnosis was established before or by hysterectomy in 6 patients, by local recurrence after previous hysterectomy for nonmalignant disease in 3 patients or by pulmonary metastases with no primary tumor found so far in 1 patient. 5/10 patients were on ERT and 3/10 on tamoxifen at the time of diagnosis of metastatic disease. Treatment strategies consisted of stopping ERT and tamoxifen, respectively, or initiation of the progestin MPA or letrozole. Three patients achieved stable disease after stopping ERT. 2/3 patients responded to MPA as first-line treatment (1 CR; 50+ months, 1 PR; 9 months). 4/5 patients responded to letrozole as first-line therapy (3 PR;3+, 9+ and 10+ months) or second-line treatment after MPA (1 PR; 37+ months). 9/10 patients are alive 33 to 255 months after hysterectomy. Survival since diagnosis of metastatic disease is 4 to 164 months. CONCLUSIONS Patients with a previous history of low-grade ESS should not be treated with estrogens or tamoxifen. If nevertheless present, withdrawal of ERT or tamoxifen is strongly advised, resulting in disease stabilization in some cases. MPA and letrozole, in particular, are highly effective and lead to sustained disease control in most cases.
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- Daniel Pink
- Medizinische Klinik mit Schwerpunkt Hämatologie, Onkologie und Tumorimmunologie, HELIOS-Klinikum Berlin-Buch, Robert-Rössle-Klink, Charité Campus Buch, Lindenberger Weg 80, D-13125 Berlin, Germany
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Lenhard SM, Untch M, Himsl I, Ditsch N, Bittmann I, Friese K, Bauerfeind I. The high-grade endometrial sarcoma: a rare entity. Arch Gynecol Obstet 2005; 274:56-9. [PMID: 16311750 DOI: 10.1007/s00404-005-0100-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/30/2005] [Accepted: 09/22/2005] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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INTRODUCTION With an estimated incidence of one to two per one million women, the endometrial stromal sarcoma (ESS) is a rare disease. It is subclassified into a high-grade and a prognostically better low-grade type. Evidence-based data for a standardized therapy is lacking. CASE REPORT A 32-year-old obese nulligravida presented with persistent vaginal bleeding after the operation of an acute adnextorsion at another hospital. The repeat gynecological ultrasound examination showed a 5.3x5.3x3.6 cm vascularized, partially inhomogeneous mass in the uterus. A fractioned curettage yielded a differential diagnosis of malignant muellerian mixed tumor or a non-differentiated endometrial sarcoma. For completion of the operative treatment, laparotomy with hysterectomy, adnexectomy, and pelvine lymphonodectomy were performed. The final histological report described a 7 cm non-differentiated endometrial sarcoma with infiltration of the left ovary and 25 tumor-free lymph nodes. DISCUSSION Standard therapy for resectable sarcoma is abdominal hysterectomy and bilateral adnexectomy. So far, there is little data from studies reporting radio- or chemotherapy treatment of small patient numbers in an adjuvant setting. CONCLUSION The ESS is a very rare disease of the uterus. Due to missing clinical data, it remains a multidisciplinary therapeutic challenge requiring individual decisions. To receive more information on this rare disease, treatment should be performed according to international protocols.
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- S M Lenhard
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Ludwig-Maximilians-University Munich, Campus Grosshadern, Marchioninistrasse 15, 80337, Munich, Germany.
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Haberal A, Kayikçioğlu F, Boran N, Calişkan E, Ozgül N, Köse MF. Endometrial stromal sarcoma of the uterus: analysis of 25 patients. Eur J Obstet Gynecol Reprod Biol 2003; 109:209-13. [PMID: 12860344 DOI: 10.1016/s0301-2115(03)00078-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 34] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/27/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To analyze the prognostic factors in endometrial stromal sarcoma (ESS). METHODS Prognostic factors and adjuvant treatment of endometrial stromal sarcoma in 25 patients were evaluated retrospectively. RESULTS The mean age of the group was 43. In 58% of the patients, the presenting sign was vaginal bleeding. The median total survival was 55 months while the disease free survival (DFS) was 49 months. Disease recurred in eight patients, in three of whom tumors were confined to the pelvis. Seventeen patients were alive without disease. Four patients died because of the disease. The 5-year survival rate for patients with low-grade (LGESS) disease was 92%, and 85% in high-grade (HGESS) disease. CONCLUSION In multivariate analyzes, tumor grading was the only prognostic factor in endometrial stromal sarcoma (P=0.0026).
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- Ali Haberal
- Department of Gynecologic Oncology, SSK Ankara Maternity Hospital, Etlik TR06010, Ankara, Turkey
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Fehlauer F, Tribius S, Höller U, Rades D, Kuhlmey A, Bajrovic A, Alberti W. Long-term radiation sequelae after breast-conserving therapy in women with early-stage breast cancer: an observational study using the LENT-SOMA scoring system. Int J Radiat Oncol Biol Phys 2003; 55:651-8. [PMID: 12573752 DOI: 10.1016/s0360-3016(02)04120-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 81] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/27/2022]
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PURPOSE To evaluate the long-term toxicity after breast-conserving therapy in women with early-stage breast cancer. METHODS AND MATERIALS Late toxicity according to the late effects of normal tissue-subjective, objective, management, and analytic (LENT-SOMA) criteria and cosmetic outcome (graded by physicians) were evaluated in 590 of 2943 women with early-stage breast cancer who were irradiated between 1983 and 1995 using the following fractionation schedules: group A, 1983-1987, 2.5 Gy 4x/wk to 60 Gy; group B, 1988-1993, 2.5 Gy 4x/wk to 55 Gy, group C, 1994-1995, 2.0 Gy 5x/wk to 55 Gy. RESULTS LENT-SOMA Grade 3-4 toxicity was observed as follows: group A (median follow-up 171 months; range 154-222 months), fibrosis 16% (7 of 45), telangiectasia 18% (8 of 45), and atrophy 4% (2 of 45); group B (median follow-up 113 months; range 78-164 months), pain 2% (8 of 345), fibrosis 10% (34 of 345), telangiectasia 10% (33 of 345), arm edema 1% (2 of 345), and atrophy 8% (27 of 345); and group C (median follow-up 75 months, range 51-96 months, n = 200), occurrence of Grade 3-4 late morbidity <or=2%. The cosmetic outcome was very good to acceptable in 78% (35 of 45) of patients in group A, 83% (286 of 345) in group B, and 94% (187 of 200) in group C. CONCLUSION In our population, the long-term side effects after breast-conserving therapy were not rare, but were mainly asymptomatic. The LENT-SOMA breast module is a practical tool to assess radiation-induced long-term toxicity.
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- Fabian Fehlauer
- Department of Radiation Oncology, University Hospital of Hamburg, Hamburg, Germany.
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Chang SS, Cole E, Smith JA, Cookson MS. Pathological Findings of Gynecologic Organs Obtained at Female Radical Cystectomy. J Urol 2002. [DOI: 10.1016/s0022-5347(05)64849-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/25/2022]
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- Sam S. Chang
- From the Department of Urologic Surgery, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, Tennessee
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- From the Department of Urologic Surgery, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, Tennessee
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- From the Department of Urologic Surgery, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, Tennessee
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- From the Department of Urologic Surgery, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, Tennessee
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